Atty. Thomas E. Drendel

Atty. Thomas E. Drendel

Listed in 2009, 2010, 2011 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America for Personal Injury Law; Mountain States Super lawyers, 2011. Editor, THE ADVOCATE, 1996-2000.

Reno Reno 43 Years Experience 43 year
Call (775) 410-1434

Profile Summary

About Thomas E. Drendel at a glance

Thomas E. Drendel is an Of Counsel based in Reno, Nevada, practicing at Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (1988). Educated at McGeorge School of the Law (J.D., 1983) and University of Nevada (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Nevada Washoe County Bar Association Nevada Trial Lawyers Association (Board Member, 1985-1990) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Consumer Attorneys of California Nevada Justice Association American Association For Justice. Serves clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Listed in 2009, 2010, 2011 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America for Personal Injury Law
  • Mountain States Super lawyers, 2011
  • Editor, THE ADVOCATE, 1996-2000
  • Chairman, Amicus Curiae Committee, Nevada Trial Lawyers Association, 1991-2006

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E. Drendel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E. Drendel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas E. Drendel is one of 32,842 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Nevada →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Thomas E. Drendel is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Nevada →

Wrongful Death

Thomas E. Drendel is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Nevada →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Thomas E. Drendel is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nevada →

Motorcycle Accidents

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

Practicing law in Nevada. Legal matters in Nevada are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Reno are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nevada state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nevada brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Nevada courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas E. Drendel

Where is Thomas E. Drendel's law office located?
Thomas E. Drendel's law practice is located in Reno, Nevada. The firm is Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E. Drendel handle?
Thomas E. Drendel focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Thomas E. Drendel practiced law?
Thomas E. Drendel has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Thomas E. Drendel go to law school?
Thomas E. Drendel earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Thomas E. Drendel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas E. Drendel received?
Thomas E. Drendel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of the Law
- 1983
B.A.
University of Nevada
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2002

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